Lines 3 to 8 do suggest a focus on comparing two distinct visions of law. However, the remainder of the passage outlines the differences between substantive and formal reasoning.
While the development of distinct forms of legal reasoning would have been influenced by the different visions of the law, the remainder of the passage is focused on outlining the differences between the forms of reasoning as opposed to the differences in their development.
When approaching reading comp questions, remember to always develop a thorough understanding of the passage before addressing any of the questions. The LSAT will often try to trick you by including an answer choice that is only supported by a statement early on in the passage.
Keep up the good work and please let us know if you have any further questions.
JoshGMay 20, 2020
Great explanation - this is a strategy that they've been able to trip me up with in several passages now so I'll be sure to focus on that for main point questions moving forward. Thanks so much, Victoria.
